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The Grow Renaissance
Hosted by Grow Renaissance · EN
Welcome to The Grow Renaissance Podcast!
Each episode features inspiring stories and discussions on new ways to nourish our planet and its people. We explore sustainable practices and how technology can improve farming, all with the goal of creating a more connected and sustainable future.
Whether you are a tech enthusiast who knows everything or nothing about the blockchain, or someone who cares about the food you eat and the planet we live on, there is something here for you. Join us as we work together to build a better world for today and tomorrow.
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Ep. 58 Better Soil, Better Decisions
Jan 2100:48:24Tap to summarizeIn the first episode of Pasture Prime Time for Season 2 of The Grow Renaissance podcast, host Neil welcomes Jack Washburn of Kultra, an innovative nutrient analytics platform transforming how growers understand soil functionality, crop nutrition, and ecological systems, as they dive into Jack’s journey from hands-on farm experience to building software that helps farmers organize and interpret complex soil and plant data to improve efficiency, resilience and nutrient density in agriculture — a conversation that sets the tone for 2026’s focus on smarter, data-driven, regenerative farming and nourishing the world through sustainable practices and technology.Connect with Neil & Jack!Neil: https://www.linkedin.com/in/regensystems25/Jack: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-washburn-036156223/Set up your FREE Grow Wallet: https://app.growblockchain.net/Join the Grow Skool here: https://www.skool.com/thegrowskool/ab...Each episode features inspiring stories and discussions on new ways to nourish our planet and its people. We explore sustainable practices and how technology can improve farming, all with the goal of creating a more connected and sustainable future. Whether you are a tech enthusiast who knows everything or nothing about the blockchain, or someone who cares about the food you eat and the planet we live on, there is something here for you. Join us today as we work together to build a better world for today and tomorrow! About Grow United:Grow United is a technology company building blockchain-based products and services to decentralize the farming industry by bringing traceability and sustainability to AgTech. The goal of these products and services is to nourish people, animals and the planet. 🌐 Learn more: https://www.growunited.com🎮 Join our Discord: / discord 📸 Follow us on Instagram: / thegrowrenaissance Let’s grow together! 🌱 DisclaimerThis podcast may contain forward-looking statements that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements discuss plans, strategies, prospects, and expectations concerning the business, operations, markets, risks, and other similar matters. There may be events in the future that we cannot accurately predict or control. Any forward-looking statement contained herein speaks only as of the date on which it is made. Factors or events that could cause our actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all of them. We do not plan to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements except as required by law. Grow Nodes and the Grow Blockchain are governed by a Distributed Governance Framework (DGF). The Grow Blockchain, which is governed by Grow Node Owners, self-govern the distribution of Grow Digital Rewards. Grow Digital Rewards are earned in exchange for work and action on the Grow Blockchain. Grow Digital Rewards are designed to have utility throughout the Grow Ecosystem for the purchase of Grow’s products and services. The Grow Digital Reward is not an investment product and may never have any value outside of the Grow Ecosystem. Grow Node Owners should not expect to recognize any value from the Grow Digital Reward other than its utility within the Grow Ecosystem
Transcribe →Ep. 57 No Farms, No Food, No You with Anika Wulff
Jan 2100:46:57Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Pasture Prime Time, host Neil Smith sits down with first-generation Australian vegetable and produce farmer Anika Wulff, who left city life and certainty behind to build a diversified organic farm from scratch in the Lockyer Valley — confronting floods, hailstorms, market pressures, and steep learning curves along the way. Annika opens up about what it really takes to grow food today, from soil building and greenhouse trials to engaging local customers and navigating the ups and downs of organic certification and competition. Together, they explore resilience, community, the true cost behind the “support your local farmer” slogan, and how transparency — even with emerging technologies like blockchain — can help rebuild trust between growers and eaters. Tune in for a raw, hopeful, and deeply human conversation about the people who feed us and what it means to keep farming in a changing world. Connect with Neil & Anika!Neil: https://www.linkedin.com/in/regensystems25/Anika: https://www.instagram.com/anika_wulff...Set up your FREE Grow Wallet: https://app.growblockchain.net/Join the Grow Skool here: https://www.skool.com/thegrowskool/ab...Each episode features inspiring stories and discussions on new ways to nourish our planet and its people. We explore sustainable practices and how technology can improve farming, all with the goal of creating a more connected and sustainable future. Whether you are a tech enthusiast who knows everything or nothing about the blockchain, or someone who cares about the food you eat and the planet we live on, there is something here for you. Join us today as we work together to build a better world for today and tomorrow! About Grow United:Grow United is a technology company building blockchain-based products and services to decentralize the farming industry by bringing traceability and sustainability to AgTech. The goal of these products and services is to nourish people, animals and the planet. 🌐 Learn more: https://www.growunited.com🎮 Join our Discord: / discord 📸 Follow us on Instagram: / thegrowrenaissance Let’s grow together! 🌱 DisclaimerThis podcast may contain forward-looking statements that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements discuss plans, strategies, prospects, and expectations concerning the business, operations, markets, risks, and other similar matters. There may be events in the future that we cannot accurately predict or control. Any forward-looking statement contained herein speaks only as of the date on which it is made. Factors or events that could cause our actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all of them. We do not plan to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements except as required by law. Grow Nodes and the Grow Blockchain are governed by a Distributed Governance Framework (DGF). The Grow Blockchain, which is governed by Grow Node Owners, self-govern the distribution of Grow Digital Rewards. Grow Digital Rewards are earned in exchange for work and action on the Grow Blockchain. Grow Digital Rewards are designed to have utility throughout the Grow Ecosystem for the purchase of Grow’s products and services. The Grow Digital Reward is not an investment product and may never have any value outside of the Grow Ecosystem. Grow Node Owners should not expect to recognize any value from the Grow Digital Reward other than its utility within the Grow Ecosystem
Transcribe →Ep. 56 Why Regenerative Ag Means More Than Carbon
Jan 2100:41:24Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Pasture Prime Time, we sit down with Ben from Merge to unpack what “co-benefits” really mean—and why they matter beyond just carbon. We talk about how healthy soil, water quality, biodiversity, and nutrient-dense crops factor into a regenerative-agriculture system. Ben explains why carbon alone isn’t enough, and shares real-world examples like perennial grain systems (such as Kernza) that deliver layered benefits for soil, water, wildlife habitat, and food quality. Whether you’re a producer, buyer, or simply curious about sustainable farming — this episode offers a deeper look at what a holistic agricultural future could look like.Tune in if you want to understand how carbon claims can come with meaningful ecological and social value — and how we can tell that story with integrity. Connect with Neil & Ben!Neil: https://www.linkedin.com/in/regensystems25/Ben: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-adolph-b7737586/Set up your FREE Grow Wallet: https://app.growblockchain.net/Join the Grow Skool here: https://www.skool.com/thegrowskool/ab...Each episode features inspiring stories and discussions on new ways to nourish our planet and its people. We explore sustainable practices and how technology can improve farming, all with the goal of creating a more connected and sustainable future. Whether you are a tech enthusiast who knows everything or nothing about the blockchain, or someone who cares about the food you eat and the planet we live on, there is something here for you. Join us today as we work together to build a better world for today and tomorrow! About Grow United:Grow United is a technology company building blockchain-based products and services to decentralize the farming industry by bringing traceability and sustainability to AgTech. The goal of these products and services is to nourish people, animals and the planet. 🌐 Learn more: https://www.growunited.com🎮 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/EqbJApwy📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegrowrenaissanceLet’s grow together! 🌱 DisclaimerThis podcast may contain forward-looking statements that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements discuss plans, strategies, prospects, and expectations concerning the business, operations, markets, risks, and other similar matters. There may be events in the future that we cannot accurately predict or control. Any forward-looking statement contained herein speaks only as of the date on which it is made. Factors or events that could cause our actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all of them. We do not plan to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements except as required by law. Grow Nodes and the Grow Blockchain are governed by a Distributed Governance Framework (DGF). The Grow Blockchain, which is governed by Grow Node Owners, self-govern the distribution of Grow Digital Rewards. Grow Digital Rewards are earned in exchange for work and action on the Grow Blockchain. Grow Digital Rewards are designed to have utility throughout the Grow Ecosystem for the purchase of Grow’s products and services. The Grow Digital Reward is not an investment product and may never have any value outside of the Grow Ecosystem. Grow Node Owners should not expect to recognize any value from the Grow Digital Reward other than its utility within the Grow Ecosystem
Transcribe →Ep. 12 Beyond the Farm: How Tech is Transforming Agriculture (Ft. Neil Smith)
Jan 23, 202500:33:42Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Grow Renaissance, Will sits down with Neil Smith, a lifelong agriculturalist turned innovator in regenerative farming and blockchain transparency. Neil shares his journey from growing up on a small blueberry farm in British Columbia to managing large-scale grain and ranching operations across Canada. He dives into his pivotal realization about ecosystem restoration, the importance of reintegrating livestock into farming systems, and how technology—especially blockchain—is shaping the future of sustainable agriculture. Each episode features inspiring stories and discussions on new ways to nourish our planet and its people. We explore sustainable practices and how technology can improve farming, all with the goal of creating a more connected and sustainable future. Whether you are a tech enthusiast who knows everything or nothing about the blockchain, or someone who cares about the food you eat and the planet we live on, there is something here for you. Join us today as we work together to build a better world for today and tomorrow! About Grow United: Grow United is a technology company building blockchain-based products and services to decentralize the farming industry by bringing traceability and sustainability to AgTech. The goal of these products and services is to nourish people, animals and the planet. 🌐 Learn more: www.growunited.com 🎮 Join our Discord: https://discord.com/invite/grow 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @thegrowrenaissance Let’s grow together! 🌱 Disclaimer This podcast may contain forward-looking statements that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements discuss plans, strategies, prospects, and expectations concerning the business, operations, markets, risks, and other similar matters. There may be events in the future that we cannot accurately predict or control. Any forward-looking statement contained herein speaks only as of the date on which it is made. Factors or events that could cause our actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all of them. We do not plan to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements except as required by law. Grow Nodes and the Grow Blockchain are governed by a Distributed Governance Framework (DGF). The Grow Blockchain, which is governed by Grow Node Owners, self-govern the distribution of Grow Digital Rewards. Grow Digital Rewards are earned in exchange for work and action on the Grow Blockchain. Grow Digital Rewards are designed to have utility throughout the Grow Ecosystem for the purchase of Grow’s products and services. The Grow Digital Reward is not an investment product and may never have any value outside of the Grow Ecosystem. Grow Node Owners should not expect to recognize any value from the Grow Digital Reward other than its utility within the Grow Ecosystem
Transcribe →Ep. 11 Adrienne’s Story: Healing from Within
Jan 20, 202500:38:27Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Grow Renaissance, Owen sits with Adrienne Martinez, a holistic health coach. After a devastating car accident left her paralyzed, Adrienne embarked on a journey of self-healing—discovering the power of cleansing the lymphatic system, natural detox, and holistic practices. Her story is a testament to the body’s ability to regenerate when given the right tools. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on healing from within! Each episode features inspiring stories and discussions on new ways to nourish our planet and its people. We explore sustainable practices and how technology can improve farming, all with the goal of creating a more connected and sustainable future. Whether you are a tech enthusiast who knows everything or nothing about the blockchain, or someone who cares about the food you eat and the planet we live on, there is something here for you. Join us today as we work together to build a better world for today and tomorrow! About Grow United: Grow United is a technology company building blockchain-based products and services to decentralize the farming industry by bringing traceability and sustainability to AgTech. The goal of these products and services is to nourish people, animals and the planet. 🌐 Learn more: www.growunited.com 🎮 Join our Discord: https://discord.com/invite/grow 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @thegrowrenaissance Let’s grow together! 🌱 Disclaimer This podcast may contain forward-looking statements that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements discuss plans, strategies, prospects, and expectations concerning the business, operations, markets, risks, and other similar matters. There may be events in the future that we cannot accurately predict or control. Any forward-looking statement contained herein speaks only as of the date on which it is made. Factors or events that could cause our actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all of them. We do not plan to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements except as required by law. Grow Nodes and the Grow Blockchain are governed by a Distributed Governance Framework (DGF). The Grow Blockchain, which is governed by Grow Node Owners, self-govern the distribution of Grow Digital Rewards. Grow Digital Rewards are earned in exchange for work and action on the Grow Blockchain. Grow Digital Rewards are designed to have utility throughout the Grow Ecosystem for the purchase of Grow’s products and services. The Grow Digital Reward is not an investment product and may never have any value outside of the Grow Ecosystem. Grow Node Owners should not expect to recognize any value from the Grow Digital Reward other than its utility within the Grow Ecosystem
Transcribe →Ep. 10 Royal Family Farms (Ft. Austin Allred)
Jan 16, 202500:11:15Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Grow Renaissance, Owen talks with Austin Allred, owner of Royal Family Farming, to explore the challenges farmers face and how blockchain can help bridge the gap between producers and consumers. They discuss the impact of centralized corporations, the power of decentralization, and how innovative farming practices can create a more transparent and sustainable food system. Tune in to learn how technology is reshaping the future of agriculture! Each episode features inspiring stories and discussions on new ways to nourish our planet and its people. We explore sustainable practices and how technology can improve farming, all with the goal of creating a more connected and sustainable future. Whether you are a tech enthusiast who knows everything or nothing about the blockchain, or someone who cares about the food you eat and the planet we live on, there is something here for you. Join us today as we work together to build a better world for today and tomorrow! About Grow United: Grow United is a technology company building blockchain-based products and services to decentralize the farming industry by bringing traceability and sustainability to AgTech. The goal of these products and services is to nourish people, animals and the planet. 🌐 Learn more: www.growunited.com 🎮 Join our Discord: https://discord.com/invite/grow 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @thegrowrenaissance Let’s grow together! 🌱 Disclaimer This podcast may contain forward-looking statements that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements discuss plans, strategies, prospects, and expectations concerning the business, operations, markets, risks, and other similar matters. There may be events in the future that we cannot accurately predict or control. Any forward-looking statement contained herein speaks only as of the date on which it is made. Factors or events that could cause our actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all of them. We do not plan to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements except as required by law. Grow Nodes and the Grow Blockchain are governed by a Distributed Governance Framework (DGF). The Grow Blockchain, which is governed by Grow Node Owners, self-govern the distribution of Grow Digital Rewards. Grow Digital Rewards are earned in exchange for work and action on the Grow Blockchain. Grow Digital Rewards are designed to have utility throughout the Grow Ecosystem for the purchase of Grow’s products and services. The Grow Digital Reward is not an investment product and may never have any value outside of the Grow Ecosystem. Grow Node Owners should not expect to recognize any value from the Grow Digital Reward other than its utility within the Grow Ecosystem
Transcribe →Ep. 9 Halving Update
Jan 13, 202500:16:09Tap to summarizeJoin us for an exciting update as we explore the latest in the Grow community! Learn how Royal Family Farming is integrating crypto payments with a new widget, the launch of a farm-to-table smash burger restaurant accepting Grow tokens, and Kohima’s regenerative agriculture consulting plans with exclusive node bundles. Plus, hear about a major blockchain update coming January 16 that will impact the entire ecosystem. Don’t miss it! Each episode features inspiring stories and discussions on new ways to nourish our planet and its people. We explore sustainable practices and how technology can improve farming, all with the goal of creating a more connected and sustainable future. Whether you are a tech enthusiast who knows everything or nothing about the blockchain, or someone who cares about the food you eat and the planet we live on, there is something here for you. Join us today as we work together to build a better world for today and tomorrow! About Grow United: Grow United is a technology company building blockchain-based products and services to decentralize the farming industry by bringing traceability and sustainability to AgTech. The goal of these products and services is to nourish people, animals and the planet. 🌐 Learn more: www.growunited.com 🎮 Join our Discord: https://discord.com/invite/grow 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @thegrowrenaissance Let’s grow together! 🌱 Disclaimer This podcast may contain forward-looking statements that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements discuss plans, strategies, prospects, and expectations concerning the business, operations, markets, risks, and other similar matters. There may be events in the future that we cannot accurately predict or control. Any forward-looking statement contained herein speaks only as of the date on which it is made. Factors or events that could cause our actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all of them. We do not plan to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements except as required by law. Grow Nodes and the Grow Blockchain are governed by a Distributed Governance Framework (DGF). The Grow Blockchain, which is governed by Grow Node Owners, self-govern the distribution of Grow Digital Rewards. Grow Digital Rewards are earned in exchange for work and action on the Grow Blockchain. Grow Digital Rewards are designed to have utility throughout the Grow Ecosystem for the purchase of Grow’s products and services. The Grow Digital Reward is not an investment product and may never have any value outside of the Grow Ecosystem. Grow Node Owners should not expect to recognize any value from the Grow Digital Reward other than its utility within the Grow Ecosystem
Transcribe →Ep. 8 Owen’s Story with Royal Family Farms & Grow United
Jan 9, 202500:14:25Tap to summarizeIn this special episode of the Grow Renaissance Podcast, we introduce Owen Ellis, a vital member of the Grow United and Royal Family Farms teams. If you've been active in the Grow United community or Discord, you've likely seen Owen answering questions and driving the movement forward. This episode dives into Owen’s story, his passion for sustainable agriculture, and his vision for the future of farming. Each episode features inspiring stories and discussions on new ways to nourish our planet and its people. We explore sustainable practices and how technology can improve farming, all with the goal of creating a more connected and sustainable future. Whether you are a tech enthusiast who knows everything or nothing about the blockchain, or someone who cares about the food you eat and the planet we live on, there is something here for you. Join us today as we work together to build a better world for today and tomorrow! About Grow United: Grow United is a technology company building blockchain-based products and services to decentralize the farming industry by bringing traceability and sustainability to AgTech. The goal of these products and services is to nourish people, animals and the planet. 🌐 Learn more: www.growunited.com 🎮 Join our Discord: https://discord.com/invite/grow 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @thegrowrenaissance Let’s grow together! 🌱 Disclaimer This podcast may contain forward-looking statements that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements discuss plans, strategies, prospects, and expectations concerning the business, operations, markets, risks, and other similar matters. There may be events in the future that we cannot accurately predict or control. Any forward-looking statement contained herein speaks only as of the date on which it is made. Factors or events that could cause our actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all of them. We do not plan to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements except as required by law. Grow Nodes and the Grow Blockchain are governed by a Distributed Governance Framework (DGF). The Grow Blockchain, which is governed by Grow Node Owners, self-govern the distribution of Grow Digital Rewards. Grow Digital Rewards are earned in exchange for work and action on the Grow Blockchain. Grow Digital Rewards are designed to have utility throughout the Grow Ecosystem for the purchase of Grow’s products and services. The Grow Digital Reward is not an investment product and may never have any value outside of the Grow Ecosystem. Grow Node Owners should not expect to recognize any value from the Grow Digital Reward other than its utility within the Grow Ecosystem
Transcribe →Ep. 7 Decentralizing Agriculture with Blockchain
Nov 19, 202400:37:16Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Grow Renaissance, we’re joined by Jon Madsen, a blockchain attorney with deep expertise in decentralization and agricultural technology. John dives into how blockchain can empower producers by decentralizing control, allowing farmers to directly manage their data and connect with consumers transparently. We also cover blockchain fundamentals, the power of nodes, and legal insights to help simplify concepts like proof of action and decentralized governance. Tune in to discover how blockchain can reshape the ag economy, putting power back into the hands of those who nourish the world! Each episode features inspiring stories and discussions on new ways to nourish our planet and its people. We explore sustainable practices and how technology can improve farming, all with the goal of creating a more connected and sustainable future. Whether you are a tech enthusiast who knows everything or nothing about the blockchain, or someone who cares about the food you eat and the planet we live on, there is something here for you. Join us as we work together to build a better world for today and tomorrow! About Grow United: Grow United is a technology company building blockchain-based products and services to decentralize the farming industry by bringing traceability and sustainability to AgTech. The goal of these products and services is to nourish people, animals and the planet. For more information, please visit https://www.growunited.com/. Join the Discord: / discord Follow the Instagram: / thegrowrenaissance
Transcribe →Ep. 6 The Treefera Mission with Jonathan Horn
Nov 4, 202400:35:18Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Grow Renaissance podcast, Will Taylor welcomes Jonathan Horn, co-founder of Treefera, for an in-depth exploration into Treefera's mission and the data-driven methods they’re using to support decarbonization. A physicist with a background in theoretical fluid dynamics, Jonathan brings over 20 years of experience from investment banking giants like JP Morgan and Citibank, where he leveraged early AI and big data to evaluate risk in multi-trillion-dollar asset portfolios. Now, Jonathan is channeling his expertise into Treefera's mission: reducing the environmental impact of global supply chains. Each episode features inspiring stories and discussions on new ways to nourish our planet and its people. We explore sustainable practices and how technology can improve farming, all with the goal of creating a more connected and sustainable future. Whether you are a tech enthusiast who knows everything or nothing about the blockchain, or someone who cares about the food you eat and the planet we live on, there is something here for you. Join us as we work together to build a better world for today and tomorrow! About Grow United: Grow United is a technology company building blockchain-based products and services to decentralize the farming industry by bringing traceability and sustainability to AgTech. The goal of these products and services is to nourish people, animals and the planet. For more information, please visit https://www.growunited.com/. Join the Discord: https://discord.com/invite/grow Follow the Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegrowrenaissance/
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